Monthly Archives: April 2011

Rhododendrons/Azaleas Not Blooming?

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Kerry VerMeulen

First of all, I feel your pain.  Take a deep breath and count to ten.  I know, I know, you’ve been looking forward to them all winter long and now they’re just green and what you thought were buds turned … Continue reading →

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That’s What?! How to ID your Spring Growth

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Kerry VerMeulen

Beware the early spring garden and all it’s mysteries.  Although a straggly assortment of green tips may be emerging from your beds, resist the temptation to pull everything “weedy-looking”.  Most of what you see you have probably planted on purpose!  … Continue reading →

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Growing in Less Than Great Soil Part I-Sand

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Kerry VerMeulen

Sand=tiny bits of stone.  Soil is alive with so many creatures its an ecosystem unto itself, something that little bits of stone will never achieve.  Sand does add structure-water winds its way through easily to drain and oxygen can get … Continue reading →

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